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Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:47:21 -0500
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Measles: Global Update
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The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reminds travellers to make sure their measles vaccination is up-to-date.
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Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:55:39 -0500
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Protecting yourself and others from stomach flu and travellers diarrhea when travelling to warm winter destinations
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The Public Health Agency of Canada advises travellers going to warm winter destinations to practise safe food and water precautions and good hand hygiene while travelling abroad.
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Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:18:20 -0500
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Travelling for Winter Break?
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Many people may be planning to travel to popular tourist destinations, or home to visit family and friends in areas where there may be risks to their health during the winter months.
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Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:00:00 -0500
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Update: Nuclear Emergency in Japan
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The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends travellers continue to follow the advice of the Japanese authorities regarding the evacuation zones around the Fukushima nuclear plant and monitor the updated situation reports about the event posted by the Japanese government.
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Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:00:00 -0500
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Avian Influenza: Global Update
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Avian influenza (H5N1), commonly known as bird flu is a viral infection that can spread easily and quickly among birds. Travellers are reminded that countries around the world, in particular, countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa continue to report cases of avian influenza (H5N1).
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Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:01:06 -0500
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Don't Forget about Dengue!
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Outbreaks caused by the four types of dengue virus have become increasingly frequent over the past 25 years. About 40% of the worlds population lives in areas where there is a risk of dengue fever.
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Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:04:59 -0500
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Flooding in Thailand
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Heavy rainfall in Thailand has caused severe widespread flooding in many parts of the country; however, the situation is improving. The number of provinces affected is declining as the flood waters continue to recede.
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Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:00:00 -0500
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Malaria: Travelling this winter?
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During the winter season, Canadians may be planning to travel to popular tourist destinations or home to visit family and friends in areas where there may be a risk of malaria.
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Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:18:42 -0500
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Meningococcal Disease in Africa
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The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) recommends vaccination against meningococcal disease (commonly called meningitis) when travelling to areas experiencing outbreaks and for high risk travellers.
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Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:26:10 -0500
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Don't let the flu spoil your winter holiday
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Public Health Agency of Canada is recommending prevention measures against influenza for travellers
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Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:49:57 -0500
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Update: Nuclear Emergency in Japan
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On March 11, 2011, a 9.0 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Pacific Ocean east of Japans island of Honshu. Authorities in Japan declared a nuclear emergency following the loss of power to ten nuclear reactor units in three separate nuclear power plants (Onagawa, Fukushima Daiichi and Fukiushima Daini). The cooling systems at both Daiichi and Daini experienced problems. Daiichi experienced explosions in three units (Nos. 1, 2 and 3) and a fire occurred at another unit (No. 4).
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Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:48:38 -0500
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Flooding in Thailand
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Heavy rainfall in Thailand has caused severe widespread flooding in many parts of the country; it is considered to be the worst flooding the country has experienced in a long time.
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Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:47:27 -0500
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Polio: Global Update
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Polio has been eliminated from most countries; however it continues to occur in some areas of the world.
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Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:50:21 -0500
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Flooding in Thailand
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Heavy rainfall in Thailand has caused severe widespread flooding in many parts of the country; it is considered to be the worst flooding the country has experienced in a long time.
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Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:36:10 -0400
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Measles: Global Update
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Measles cases occur around the world. Within the last 10 years, the number of measles cases reported globally has decreased significantly; however, there have been a number of large outbreaks recently, mostly in Africa but also in Europe. The Americas, including Canada, are also experiencing outbreaks of measles linked to importation of the measles virus from other regions.
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Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:04:44 -0400
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The Hajj 1432 / 2011
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Public Health Agency of Canada is notifying travellers of health precautions for the Hajj 1432 / 2011.
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Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:59:08 -0400
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World Rabies Day
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September 28 marks this years World Rabies Day External link. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reminds travellers that there is risk of rabies transmission in many countries around the world.
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Thu, 22 Sep 2011 09:59:51 -0400
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Don't Forget about Dengue!
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Outbreaks caused by four types of the dengue fever virus have increased in the past 25 years. About 40% of the worlds population lives in areas where there is a risk of dengue fever.
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Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:18:23 -0400
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Polio: Global Update
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Polio has been eliminated from most countries; however it continues to occur in some areas of the world.
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Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400
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The Hajj 1432 / 2011
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The Hajj is the largest annual gathering in the world. Over two million people from nearly every country attend this spiritual pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The Hajj season takes place this year between November 4 and 9, 2011.
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Fri, 02 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0400
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Rugby World Cup 2011 in New Zealand
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Eleven cities in New ZealandWhangarei, Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua, New Plymouth, Napier, Palmerston North, Wellington, Nelson, Dunedin, and Invercargillwill be hosting the Rugby World Cup 2011 from September 9 to October 23, 2011.
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Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:28:36 -0400
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Update: Nuclear Emergency in Japan
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On March 11, 2011, a 9.0 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Pacific Ocean east of Japans island of Honshu. Authorities in Japan declared a nuclear emergency following the loss of power to ten nuclear reactor units in three separate nuclear power plants (Onagawa, Fukushima Daiichi and Fukiushima Daini). The cooling systems at both Daiichi and Daini experienced problems. Daiichi experienced explosions in three units (Nos. 1, 2 and 3) and a fire occurred at another unit (No. 4).
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Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:09:42 -0400
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Cholera outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Congo
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported cholera outbreaks along the Congo River, affecting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Congo. Several thousand cases have been reported, many of which have resulted in death.
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Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:30:22 -0400
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Measles: Global Update
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Travel Health Notice. Measles cases occur around the world. There are currently a number of outbreaks occurring.
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Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:15:21 -0400
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Polio: Global Update
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In 2011, there have been cases reported in Afghanistan, Angola, Burkina Faso, Chad, Congo, Côte dIvoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, Guinea, India, Mali, Niger, Nigeria and Pakistan.
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Thu, 21 Jul 2011 16:00:00 -0400
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World Youth Day 2011 in Madrid, Spain
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Madrid, Spain will be hosting World Youth Day 2011 External link from August 16 to 21.
More than a million people from around the world, including Canadians, are expected to travel to Spain for this event.
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) recommends taking routine travel precautions to help ensure a healthy trip for travellers attending the World Youth Day.
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Wed, 13 Jul 2011 02:00:00 -0400
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Cholera in Dominican Republic
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The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with the neighbouring country of Haiti that continues to experience an outbreak of cholera. Cases of cholera continue to be reported in many of the provinces in Dominican Republic.
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Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:00:00 -0400
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Nuclear Emergency in Japan
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Authorities in Japan have declared a nuclear emergency following the loss of power to ten nuclear reactor units in three separate nuclear power plants (Onagawa, Fukushima Daiichi and Fukiushima Daini). The cooling systems at both Daiichi and Daini experienced problems. Daiichi experienced explosions in three units (Nos. 1, 2 and 3) and a fire occurred at another unit (No. 4).
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Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:00:00 -0400
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Measles: Global Update
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Measles cases occur around the world. There are currently a number of outbreaks occurring.
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Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:00:00 -0400
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Cholera Outbreak in Haiti: Update
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In October 2010, an outbreak of cholera was confirmed in all departments of Haiti. Cases of cholera continue to be reported.
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Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:00:00 -0400
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Cholera in Dominican Republic
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The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with the neighbouring country of Haiti that continues to experience an outbreak of cholera. Recently, an increase in the number of suspected cholera cases, principally in the peripheral area of Santo Domingo, has been detected in the Dominican Republic. Fewer cholera cases continue to be recorded in the rest of the country.
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Fri, 10 Jun 2011 19:45:00 -0400
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E. coli Outbreak in Europe
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There is currently a large E. coli outbreak in Europe, which has resulted in a number of deaths. Most cases are confined to northern Germany, while several have been reported in other European countries, almost exclusively in people who travelled to northern Germany. Cases linked to travel to Germany have also been reported in the United States and Canada. The majority of cases have been among adults and mainly among females.
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Thu, 09 Jun 2011 11:00:00 -0400
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E. coli Outbreak in Europe
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There is currently a large E. coli outbreak in Europe, which has resulted in a number of deaths. Most cases are confined to northern Germany, and several cases have been reported from other countries within Europe, most of whom reported travel to Germany.
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Fri, 03 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400
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Dengue Fever: Global Update
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Outbreaks caused by four types of the dengue fever virus have increased in the past 25 years. About 40% of the worlds population lives in areas where there is a risk of dengue fever.
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Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:30:00 -0400
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Polio: Global Update
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Polio has been eliminated from most countries; however it continues to occur in some areas of the world.
The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that travellers get vaccinated against poliomyelitis (polio) when going to countries where there is a risk of infection, or countries located near those that are endemic or have cases of recent infection.
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Wed, 11 May 2011 10:00:00 -0400
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Measles: Global Update
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Measles cases occur around the world.
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reminds travellers to make sure their measles vaccination is up-to-date.
Measles is a highly contagious disease. It is the leading cause of vaccine-preventable deaths in children worldwide.
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Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:45:00 -0400
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World Malaria Day - Malaria Risk for Travellers
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April 25th 2011 marks this years World Malaria Day (External link) . The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reminds travellers that there is risk of malaria transmission in many tropical countries around the world.
Malaria is a serious and occasionally fatal disease. It is caused by a parasite which is spread to humans by infected mosquitoes. There is no vaccine available against malaria.
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Wed, 20 Apr 2011 07:30:00 -0400
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Yellow Fever: Global Update
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The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reminds travellers that yellow fever transmission occurs in tropical countries in South America and sub-Saharan Africa.
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Wed, 20 Apr 2011 07:30:00 -0400
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Measles: Global Update
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Measles cases occur around the world.
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reminds travellers to make sure their measles vaccination is up-to-date.
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Wed, 20 Apr 2011 07:30:00 -0400
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Polio: Global Update
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Polio has been eliminated from most countries; however it continues to occur in some areas of the world.
The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that travellers get vaccinated against poliomyelitis (polio) when going to countries where there is a risk of infection (External link) , or countries located near those that are endemic or have cases of recent infection.
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Thu, 14 Apr 2011 07:30:00 -0400
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Avian Influenza: Global Update
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Avian influenza (H5N1), commonly known as bird flu is a viral infection that can spread easily and quickly among birds. Travellers are reminded that countries around the world, in particular, countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa, continue to report cases of avian influenza (H5N1), or bird flu.
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Fri, 08 Apr 2011 13:15:00 -0400
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Nuclear Emergency in Japan
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Authorities in Japan have declared a nuclear emergency following the loss of power to ten nuclear reactor units in three separate nuclear power plants (Onagawa, Fukushima Daiichi and Fukiushima Daini). The cooling systems at both Daiichi and Daini experienced problems. Daiichi experienced explosions in three units (Nos. 1, 2 and 3) and a fire has occurred at another unit (No. 4).
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Tue, 08 Mar 2011 14:30:00 -0500
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Dengue Fever: Global Update
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Outbreaks caused by four types of the dengue fever virus have increased in the past 25 years. About 40% of the worlds population lives in areas where there is a risk of dengue fever.
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Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:25:00 -0500
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Chikungunya Fever: Global Update
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The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that travellers protect themselves from mosquito bites if going to regions where there is a risk of chikungunya.
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Fri, 04 Mar 2011 11:50:00 -0500
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Avian Influenza: Global Update
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Avian influenza (H5N1), commonly known as bird flu is a viral infection that can spread easily and quickly among birds. Travellers are reminded that countries around the world, in particular, countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa, continue to report cases of avian influenza (H5N1), or bird flu.
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Tue, 18 Jan 2011 14:00:00 -0500
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Pertussis (whooping cough) in California and New York State
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An increased number of pertussis cases (also called whooping cough) has been reported in California and in the state of New York, in particular Jefferson County.
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Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:30:00 -0500
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Meningococcal Disease in Africa
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The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) recommends vaccination against meningococcal disease (commonly called meningitis) when travelling to areas experiencing outbreaks and for high risk travellers.
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Wed, 08 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500
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Cholera in Dominican Republic
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The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with the neighbouring country of Haiti. Haiti has been experiencing an outbreak of cholera. There are confirmed cases of cholera in Dominican Republic.
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Wed, 08 Dec 2010 04:00:00 -0500
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Cholera Outbreak in Haiti
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An outbreak of cholera has been confirmed in all departments of Haiti. There are now cases of cholera confirmed in the Dominican Republic.
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Fri, 24 Sep 2010 10:58:00 -0400
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World Rabies Day
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September 28 marks this years World Rabies Day . The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reminds travellers that there is risk of rabies transmission in many countries around the world.
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Mon, 13 Sep 2010 16:00:00 -0400
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Travel Health Notice - Polio in Angola and Tajikistan
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The Ministry of Health in Angola has reported 20 cases of polio since the beginning of 2010. Cases have been reported from previously polio-free provinces of Bie, Bengo, Huambo, Lunda Norte, Lunda Sul, and Uige. Transmission has spread to the neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo, which has reported seven cases of polio for 2010.
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